The first-mover downside for LEO broadband ventures racing to market
LEO satellite broadband constellations are rushing to orbit in a race to market that remains undecided despite a few early...
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Low-cost wireless equipment providers wooing tech giants narrowing internet connectivity gap
Facebook and other tech heavyweights are stepping up investments in low-cost wireless equipment, as efforts to spread connectivity to underserved regions...
Diversification dictating Thuraya’s next generation L-band constellation
Diversification is an increasingly important tool for satellite operators weathering an uncertain landscape, and will see UAE-based Thuraya expand into...
Growing demand for 5G spectrum diversity accelerates US regulators mid-band sale plan
Telecom operators’ increasing need for spectrum diversity is pushing US regulators to accelerate a sale process for mid-band airwaves. 5G-capable...
Data providers plough new strategies as investment in sector flourishes
Data and analytics providers are digging into new strategies as they face pricing pressures and more competition alongside growing investor...
Modem business ambitions restore investor confidence in embattled chips stock
Analysts expect connectivity players’ increasing investment in developing their own modem businesses will help slumping chips stocks recover as China-US...
Connectivity providers unearth takings from mining operations
Mine operators are expanding connectivity programmes as the sector is expected to double installations over the next few years amid...
Telcos accelerate fibre networks buildout as massive 5G deployment nears
Fibre deployments are starting to ramp up globally as telcos seizing additional spectrum through recently closed auctions plan near 5G...
Smart city IoT goes to town as Europe and investors put money in metropolises
The smart city IoT sector is heading downtown as Europe invests significant money in the sector, investor interest in some...
Strategies evolve for satellite operators in emerging connectivity markets
Emerging markets are becoming increasingly complex battlegrounds for satellite operators seeking growth in untapped connectivity regions. While Hughes Network Systems is...
